First Step Mercy Recovery Center is a substance abuse and mental health treatment facility located in Des Moines, IA, dedicated to helping individuals overcome addiction and achieve lasting recovery. Serving the Des Moines community and surrounding areas, the center provides integrated care that addresses both substance abuse and mental health needs in an accessible outpatient setting. With a compassionate approach to treatment, First Step Mercy Recovery Center recognizes that recovery is a personal journey and meets each patient where they are in their path to healing.
First Step Mercy Recovery Center offers a combination of mental health and substance abuse services designed to address the complex nature of addiction. The facility specializes in outpatient substance abuse treatment, which allows patients to receive professional care while maintaining their daily responsibilities at home, work, and in their families. Outpatient programs are ideal for individuals with mild to moderate substance use disorders, those transitioning from higher levels of care, or those seeking to prevent relapse. By integrating mental health services with addiction treatment, the center ensures that underlying conditions such as anxiety, depression, or trauma are addressed alongside substance abuse recovery, creating a more comprehensive treatment experience.
First Step Mercy Recovery Center accepts multiple forms of payment to ensure that financial circumstances do not prevent anyone from accessing treatment. The facility works with self-pay patients, Medicaid, Medicare, private health insurance, and military insurance including VA and Tricare benefits. Under the Mental Health Parity Act, insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment with the same level of benefits as other medical conditions. If you have questions about your specific coverage or need help verifying your insurance benefits, the admissions team is ready to assist you at no cost.
If you or a loved one is struggling with substance abuse, taking the first step toward recovery is within reach. Contact the admissions team at (866) 720-3784 today for free, confidential help verifying your insurance coverage and beginning your admission process. Our caring professionals are available to answer your questions and connect you with the outpatient treatment services that can help you rebuild your life.
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